Security product news & launch announcements

Cisco announced Video Surveillance Manager 7.0, the industry's first solution built from the ground-up and certified to run in Cisco's virtualised Unified Computing System (UCS) environments. These new solutions now make it possible for customers in healthcare, public sector and retail to move beyond traditional basic safety and security surveillance deployments and use video to transform the way they run their businesses through hyper-scalability and ease of configuration. This announcement al...

OnSSI's new Ocularis-X server software utilising High-Definition Interactive Streaming (HDIS) technology delivers up to 16 simultaneous megapixel (HD) video streams to web and devices running a standard web browser, even on a low-speed connection or across limited bandwidth networks such as 3G/4G, broadband and the Internet. The technology enables HD, standard definition and megapixel cameras to stream at their original resolutions and frame rates (up to 30 frames per second) for smooth playback...

Morse Watchmans announces the addition of faster and more flexible email notification functionality to its powerful enterprise-level KeyWatcher® Touch key control and asset management system. Advanced features of KeyWatcher Touch also include the ability to integrate multiple locations, with common usage of databases and programming for a true enterprise-wide solution; KeyAnywhere which allows the return of any key to any KeyWatcher cabinet in the system; and KeyFind to quickly locate a...

Leading video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS Inc. is helping camera and recording manufacturers simplify and expand surveillance solutions for mid-sized to large enterprise and government customers through a common platform that delivers high-quality, remote video feeds to multiple end user devices. The result gives enterprise users a true unified dashboard view, creating a “multiscreen” experience for monitoring video across fixed and mobile devices. The soluti...

CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, is pleased to announce the release of a number of new key integrations for its PSIM software, IPSecurityCenter. IPSecurityCenter already integrates with some of biggest names in security systems in the world, including access control, video management, geospatial information systems, video analytics, perimeter detection systems and a host of other technologies. The latest additions to the IPSecurityCenter...

Videx, Inc., the leader in the design and manufacturing of electronic access control systems, is proud to announce the release of its new CyberKey smart key.The CyberKey II is a programmable smart key that operates as part of the CyberLock access control system. The CyberKey II electronic key serves as an authorising credential within the CyberLock system. It contains a rechargeable battery that powers the key and energises the electronic lock cylinder when the two devices make contact. Each ke...

MOBOTIX AG, a leading manufacturer of digital high-resolution, network-based video security systems is endorsing the launch of RemoteGUARD, Europe’s first Secure Remote Monitoring Solution designed exclusively to help MOBOTIX channel partners deliver enhanced security services.    Developed by IPX Support Services Limited, RemoteGUARD Europe offers a high-resolution remote security solution to protect staff, customers and premises. Using a highly customisable policy engine, Rem...

A10 Networks, the technology leader in Application Networking, recently announced a new trial version of its SoftAX virtual machine (VM). SoftAX is a software-based AX Series Application Delivery Controller (ADC) with the same full range of Layer 4-7 load balancing, application acceleration and security features, helping customers and cloud providers to rapidly build cloud environments and deploy as needed based on demand. With SoftAX, which can be installed on commodity hardware atop a hypervis...

PureTech Systems recently announced the next release of its PureActiv Wide Area Surveillance / PSIM software.  PureActiv 10.0 continues the tradition to provide a high level of situational awareness that customers have come to expect from the geospatial-based command and control. The newest release of PureActiv includes a new user interface, new geospatial features, additional video analytics and a vast array of new perimeter sensor integrations. Client enhancements - The new release boas...

The new version of Ocularis, OnSSI’s flagship surveillance and security platform, focuses on system-wide administration and optimized hardware utilisation. The new version of Ocularis introduces automatic licensing, a huge time-saver for system administrators and overall cost-saver. Now, the system administrator is free to connect and replace cameras – which are immediately fully operational – whenever convenient. System-wide administration is further enhanced with a brand-new...

Leading video surveillance and remote monitoring company mobiDEOS Inc. is bringing its MobileCamViewer mobile surveillance application to new consumer tablet devices as the rising technology catches on with more users. mobiDEOS was among the first companies to bring mobile surveillance to tablet users, launching MobileCamViewer for the iPad and Android tablets over the past several years. The company is now among the first to offer the technology to the Amazon Kindle Fire and Barnes & Noble...

IQinVision (www.iqeye.com), market leader in high-performance HD megapixel IP cameras, recently announced the next generation of Alliance-pro indoor and outdoorcameras.  The Alliance-pro is a full featured, multi-megapixel H.264 Main Profile vandal dome camera. With support for up to 5MP resolutions, this camera provides multiple, individually-configured H.264 and simultaneous MJPEG streams. Always designed with the installer in mind, installation is quick and easy thanks to the remote mot...

MicroPower Technologies Inc., an award-winning provider of surveillance solutions optimized for rapid, cost-effective deployment, recently announced the availability of the Helios video surveillance system. The first comprehensive solar-powered, wireless surveillance system available in the market, Helios drastically reduces the cost of camera deployment through patented technology that delivers significant improvements in performance and power without compromising video quality and reliability....

Next Level Security Systems, a provider of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, recently the expansion of its NLSS Gateway product suite with the introduction of the NLSS Gateway 5000, an enterprise-class unified appliance that integrates all security management functions from the ground up, and offers customised management tools to help customers optimally manage large surveillance systems. It manages hundreds of cameras and access points while delivering superior price-perform...

CH Products, the leading manufacturer of PTZ surveillance joysticks, introduces the RS Desktop, a compact and stylish addition to its newest line of USB desktop joysticks. Incorporating the latest generation Hall effect positioning sensor, the RS Desktop features a three axes joystick with 12-bit resolution, delivering superior control for PTZ cameras. Supporting USB 2.0 HID “game controller” interface for plug-and-play connectivity, the RS Desktop is easy to use and compatible with...

Although PureTech Systems is known for development of video analytic software, it also is a leader in advanced camera control and integration of 3rd party security sensors. This was highlighted recently by its announcement that it has integrated its PureActiv surveillance solution with LRAD Corporation's Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD). LRAD is a directional communication system utilised by critical facilities as part of their perimeter protection portfolio. The device broadcasts po...

QNAP Systems, Inc. announced recently the expansion of its latest business-ready Turbo NAS family, the TS-x69U-RP series, with 2 new rackmount units that really mean business. The expansion includes 4 and 8-drive models, delivering up to 32TB (using 4TB drives) of high-performance networked storage, redundant power supplies for enhanced reliability, and a wealth of business-ready applications for cross-platform file sharing, network-wide backup, server virtualisation storage, and much more. At...

Next Level Security Systems, a provider of a new breed of unified, networked security solutions, announced recently the release of the NLSS Gateway 3.0, the newest version of the company’s flagship solution the NLSS Gateway. The award-winning NLSS Gateway is a unified security management system that integrates IP access control, video management and video analytics into a single, easy-to-use networked platform. The Gateway 3.0 upgrade allows users to leverage facial recognition and detecti...

SoleraTec LLC, a provider of innovative video lifecycle management and storage software, has released version 5.7 of the Phoenix RSM surveillance video management software solution. Designed to manage the long-term retention storage needs of a video surveillance installation, Phoenix RSM is uniquely positioned to manage various storage technologies to provide the most cost-effective, affordable, long-term video storage. With hardware integration partners such as Veracity’s COLDSTORE hard...

Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies, a leading global provider of security and safety solutions and manufacturer of contactless smart credentials and readers, announced recently its new aptiQ™ multi-technology readers, which read both proximity and smart credentials, provide users with a simple migration path to increased credential security levels, including various forms of proximity, MIFARE® Classic and MIFARE DESFire™ EV1. The readers are also NFC compliant, allowing users t...

Positioned as one of the top online retailers of IP security cameras and accessories, VideoSurveillance.com is pleased to announce the arrival of 14 new preconfigured network camera systems designed for both indoor and outdoor settings. These all-encompassing systems – heightened by such reputable security camera brands as Axis, Vivotek, and Smartvue – pass along direct savings to the customer while ensuring utmost security and safety at one’s place of business or home. All 14...

CNL Software, a world leader in Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software and BRS Labs Inc., innovators of the industry's first behavioural recognition solution for video surveillance, jointly announced recently a technology partnership between the two companies. The partnership, under the CNL Software's Technology Alliance Program (TAP), will allow the companies to share development kits, thus creating close integration between their products. The integration will bring together...

Linear LLC, the leader in residential and commercial access control, emergency response and security solutions, announces the new Linear® VMC1 Video Security Intercom System, a centralized security solution that delivers live video, audio, whole-home intercom, door releases, alarm triggers, and remote monitoring features in one highly-capable and flexible system. The VMC1 Master Station is the central hub of the system and has a 5.6” color video screen that can monitor any door equipp...

eIQnetworks, Inc., the only global provider of a unified situational awareness solution, recently announced that eIQ’s SecureVue® has received Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) certification from the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST). SecureVue customers can leverage the latest SCAP policies and content to streamline and automate DISA STIG compliance and meet continuous monitoring requirements mandated by NIST 800-53, FDCC, USGCB and DIACAP. Federal cust...

Vumii Imaging, Inc., a developer and manufacturer of innovative high-quality thermal and near-infrared illumination cameras, announced the introduction of its Accuracii long range video surveillance system family. By combining long-range continuous-zoom thermal and color video channels on a ruggedised 360° pan-tilt positioner, Accuracii cameras are ideal round the clock surveillance tools for protecting borders and high-risk perimeters. This configurable family of systems has several therma...

Pixim Inc., a leading provider of imaging technology for enterprise security cameras, launched its Nightwolf imaging solution specifically designed for IR-assisted CCTV and IP cameras. Nightwolf eliminates hot spots common to IR cameras with near-field reflective objects in the scene and correctly exposes highlights as well as darker background details simultaneously—an unprecedented capability in the large market for IR-assisted video security cameras. A typical IR-assisted CCD camera at...

behavioural Recognition Systems, Inc. (BRS Labs), inventor of the world’s first reason-based video surveillance behavior recognition software, has been issued Patent Number 8,131,012 from the United States Patent and Trademark Office covering the company’s unique artificial intelligence based technology that serves as the foundation for its AISight 3.0 video surveillance software platform. This is one of a series of more than 60 related U.S. Patents that have either been granted, are...

Pivot3, Inc., the leading provider of unified storage and compute appliances, today announced the expansion of its Pivot3 vSTAC Watch product line with the introduction of the vSTAC Watch Enterprise, an enterprise-class Serverless Computing solution that offers a new set of centralized server management tools to help end users and resellers optimally manage large surveillance systems. The vSTAC Watch Enterprise allows customers to centrally monitor the health and performance of recording server...

Uplink, the security industry’s trusted source for alarm communicators since 1996, announced it has added the Uplink 5100 universal broadband communicator to the Uplink family of wireless alarm solutions. The Uplink 5100 marks the company’s first broadband solution, enabling a dial-up alarm system to transmit signals and two-way voice over an internet connection.  It is an easily installed, cost-effective solution for situations where there is broadband internet service but no l...

Wavestore has announced that its video management software (VMS) is now able to support the Sentry360’s series of FullSight™ panoramic cameras. The ONVIF compliant FullSight series provides customers with a choice of 1.3, 2, 5 or 10 megapixel IP network 360 degree cameras, all of which can multi-stream images across a network using H.264 or MJPEG compression. “The integration of our VMS with the Sentry360’s Fullsight™ cameras has been achieved at the right time as...